Vernon Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Sunday, November 17, 1991
Add to My HeroesRichard Allen Beck
Sergeant Beck was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call at Yamparika Street and Sand Road just West of the First Christian Church.
The suspect was apprehended and convicted of Sergeant Beck's murder.
Sergeant Beck had served with the agency for 12 years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, and son.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 12 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Convicted of murder
Most Recent Reflection
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Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 20, 2020
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